L'Esedra Di Santo Stefano is an estate destination wedding venue in Sestri Levante, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), 45 minutes to 1 hour. Best months: June, July, August, November.
L'Esedra Di Santo Stefano
L'Esedra Di Santo Stefano sits on the Ligurian coast with direct beach access, a significant advantage if your ceremony vision includes sea views without traveling between venues.
About L'Esedra Di Santo Stefano
L'Esedra Di Santo Stefano sits on the Ligurian coast with direct beach access, a significant advantage if your ceremony vision includes sea views without traveling between venues.
This 16th-century estate offers stone architecture and Mediterranean grounds, functioning as both ceremony and reception space on a single property.
The on-site location eliminates logistical complications common to multi-venue weddings.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- GOA, 105 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Direct access to Sestri Levante's coastline with Ligurian Sea backdrop
- Historic estate dating to the 16th century with original stonework preserved
- 4.6-star Google rating from 150+ verified reviews
- Accommodates 20-150 guests across indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception areas
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at accommodations
- 11:00 AMPre-ceremony preparations; guest welcome and aperitivos on grounds
- 1:00 PMCeremony at beachside or garden area
- 2:30 PMCocktail hour on terrace with sea views
- 4:00 PMReception dinner begins in hall or covered outdoor space
- 10:00 PMDancing, cake cutting, and evening celebration
- 10:00 AMOptional farewell brunch
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- GOA · about 1 h 45 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport.
- Typical total
- €4,500-10,000+Aisle estimate
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€4,500-10,000+ for 50 guests
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500-3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €55-85 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €80-150 a nightAisle estimate
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€80-150 (nearby hotels; verify on-site options)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 010 582270
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Italian estate venues typically include venue rental, basic furnishings, and grounds access. Catering, bar, florals, and rentals are additional. Request a detailed quote from the venue directly.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The estate includes dedicated ceremony spaces and reception areas, allowing you to manage the full event on-property without moving guests between locations.
What's the weather like for outdoor ceremonies?+
Spring and early fall offer pleasant temperatures around 65-70°F with lower rainfall.
Is accommodation available at the venue?+
The estate itself functions as a venue space. Contact them directly at http://www.lesedradisantostefano.it/ for details on guest lodging options within the property or nearby accommodations in Sestri Levante.
What's included in venue rental?+
Typical Italian estate packages include indoor/outdoor ceremony spaces, reception hall, and grounds access. Catering, staffing, and decoration details should be confirmed directly with management.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.